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Excel for Professionals – Part 2
March 23 @ 11:00 - 13:30 SMT
Free
About She Loves Data Signature Programs
The Certified Signature Programs represent a suite of educational offerings tailored by the dedicated volunteers of She Loves Data, who are not only professionals but also seasoned practitioners in their respective fields.
Designed to cater to a diverse range of learners, from beginners eager to learn to seasoned tech professionals looking to sharpen their skills, our programs offer comprehensive insights into the ever-evolving tech landscape.
Certification requires a demonstration of proficiency, with participants needing to achieve at least a 70% score on assessments. This rigorous standard maintains the certification’s prestige, ensuring it stands as a respected symbol of the participant’s acquired expertise.
Date/Time:
March 23, 2024, 11:00 AM SGT | 8:30 AM IST | 4:00 AM CET
In the world of many sophisticated tools and programming languages such as SQL, Python, Tableau/Power BI etc., there is still a place and relevance for Excel as thousands of businesses and organisations around the world still use Excel every day. Knowing how to navigate and use Excel to its full potential will put participants in good stead and lay the foundations to then further expand their skills.
Target Audience
– New to the world of Excel and want to understand more about how to incorporate Excel when working with data for your business and/or clients.
– If you have been using Excel previously at a beginner level but want to go beyond the basics.
– Looking to get a refresher of Excel features to pick up new tips, tricks and how to work more efficiently with data and information.
– People who want to learn how to use Excel for cleaning, organising, analysing and visualising data and information.
Part 2 Main Topics:
– Functions and Formulas
– Summarising Data
– Visualising Data
By the end of Part 2, participants will have been introduced to commonly used Excel functions and learnt how to write formulas to use these functions to analyse and summarise data. Using real life industry examples, participants will learn how to collate, pivot and visually present data to create reports and dashboards.
Skills Learnt
– Data Organisation, Collation and Cleaning
– Data Summary and Analysis
– Data Visualisation
– Creating business reports and summaries
Speaker
BRIGITTE ZAGHLOUL, Technology Trainer, Program & Systems Co-ordinator
Brigitte currently works as a Technology Trainer for one of Australia’s largest law firms. She also works as a Program and Systems Co-Ordinator for an Indigenous owned training organization focused on upskilling and training under-represented communities in Australia. Brigitte has worked as a technical professional for over 20 years in the areas of programming, database development, software support, systems implementation, data analytics and technology training for a number of global organizations; Nielsen, Unilever and Kimberly-Clark. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge. She is a life long learner and advocates the importance of improving and developing not just technical skills but overall personal development. You are never too old to learn something new!
VNM SHANKAR, KANDREGULA, Consultant – Data Engineering
Shankar, a seasoned professional with over 6 years of expertise in data analytics, holds a multifaceted career journey spanning roles as a Data Analyst, Associate Lead, and Consultant. Currently a driving force at Genpact, Shankar navigates the intricate world of data with finesse, utilizing tools such as SQL, Excel, and Power BI to extract actionable insights and catalyze strategic decision-making. In his ongoing journey, Shankar remains steadfast in his commitment to continuous learning and innovation. Acknowledging the dynamic nature of the data landscape, he actively seeks out opportunities to stay abreast of emerging technologies and methodologies.
FAQs
Q. Is it free to join?
A. Yes! Participation is free, but slots are limited, so please register early!
Q. Can I join from anywhere in the world?
A. Absolutely! This is a global online event. You can join from any part of the world.
Q. Is it only for women?
A. Just like our regular She Loves Data #MeetUp events, this online webinar is open, to everyone irrespective of gender.
Q. Is this an interactive discussion or just a ‘listen-in’ webinar?
A. Definitely interactive! Your thoughts, feedback and questions are most welcome and will be entertained during the polling and Q&A at the end of the discussion.
Q. Is this a program certified?
A. Yes, this is a certified program. You have to complete assessments for both Part 1 and part 2 and your score must be at least 70%. After successful completion you’ll receive digital certificate and badge.
Q. What if something comes up and I need to retract my registration?
A. If you can’t join the online meetup, let us know at least a day before, and we’ll be able to offer your spot to someone else on the waitlist. Please email us at Signature_programs@shelovesdata.com, and we’ll help.
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